Discontinued — last reported Q3 '18
Consolidation · Goodwill
Operating Segments — Goodwill
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ4 2013
Last reportedQ3 2018
Rolls up toGoodwill
How to read this metric
An increase typically reflects recent M&A activity, while a decrease may indicate impairment charges or divestitures.
Detailed definition
This metric represents the carrying value of goodwill recorded on the balance sheet for a specific operating segment. It...
Peer comparison
Peers in the life sciences and diagnostics sectors often carry significant goodwill due to frequent M&A-driven growth strategies.
Metric ID:
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What does operating segments — goodwill mean?
- The total value of acquisition premiums assigned to a specific business segment.